SKILLED SUPPORT WORKER NORTHERN BEACHES & NORTHERN SUBURBS

Across Australia Just Better Care provides in-home aged care and disability support services, supporting people to live independently. We are currently looking for EXPERIENCED Support Workers in disability, with Cert III Disability, with early morning and late evening availability to join our NSW team. You can enjoy a flexible and balanced work life and support people in your community to live their best life possible.

The role:

This role involves travelling between customer’s homes and assisting them with daily living and lifestyle requirements by providing person-centred care and support. We are specifically looking for staff willing to be trained up to provide complex care to high needs customers.

Duties and responsibilities may include:

• Personal care: showering, dressing, grooming and medication assistance
• Bowel care and Catheter care
• Domestic assistance: light household cleaning, laundry and meal preparation
• Social support/transportation: social activities, shopping/groceries, travelling to medical appointments
• Supporting customers in the use of aids and personal equipment including: standing or walking frames, wheelchairs, manual or electric hoists, sliding sheets or moving boards, hearing aids and other physical aids
• Supporting customers with complex and/or challenging needs
• Monitoring the well-being of customers and reporting on their progress
• Participating in staff meetings and attending training as required

What you will need:

• Minimum Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Home & Community Care, Individual Support or Disability Services (preferred)
• Proof of Vaccination (where relevant) i.e. COVID-19 vaccination certificate
• Current CPR / First Aid Certificate
• Current Criminal Record Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence
• Reliable, registered and insured vehicle (comprehensive insurance is preferred)
• Smartphone with internet access

What we offer:

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Varied work supporting a diverse range of customers
• Ability to work independently and close to home
• Training & development opportunities (including free access to our online learning tools & programs)
• Access to our free Employee Assistance Program
• Staff recognition programs
• Ongoing support and advice from experienced, friendly, local office staff

Next steps:

If you would like to join our growing team of Support Workers and become part of our friendly, professional network please Apply today.  Please email us a copy of your resume upon application.